Victoria Watcher posted topic Veritasium

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The founder made a video announcing he's not leaving, but is stepping back a bit.

I've always enjoyed the channel.

Guy is from Vancouver too.
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Victoria Watcher posted topic The 50 Government Street 17-plex

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Comment: 50 Government and the erosion of public trustWhile the need for rental housing is widely acknowledged, the project should not be described as a "model" developmenthttps://www.timescolonist.com/opinion/comment-50-government-and-the-erosion-of-public-trust-11653730 (https://www.timescolonist.com/opinion/comment-50-government-and-the-erosion-of-public-trust-11653730) The application referenced is for a six-storey building with 17 suites and only two parking spaces. It has gone through eight design iterations.

Each one has used hours of city staff time and been conclusively rejected for failing to comply with key elements of city policy.

These include height and setback limits, massing and transitions to neighbouring homes. Far from refining the project, successive revisions have increased its negative impacts on neighbouring properties.
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Victoria Watcher posted topic Podcast One

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LiveOne (NASDAQ: LVO) announced today that its subsidiary PodcastOne (NASDAQ: PODC) and Dr. Phil's Envoy Media Co. have partnered to launch a co-branded multi-platform podcast network. The networks' multiple original and owned content lineup debuts later this month with an all-new daily Dr. Phil Podcast to millions of global digital listeners, distributed across Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, PodcastOne, as well as LiveOne's streaming video network.
In addition, all new Envoy podcast content will be broadcast on the company's national TV networks. These include subscription-based Envoy TV, via Charter/Spectrum Cable in 41 top US markets (e.g. New York, Los Angeles, Dallas, etc.), on national VMVPD Frndly TV, and to over 110 million homes-connected devices via Envoy FAST. The free streaming network premiered last month on national providers Samsung TV Plus, Local Now and Vidaa (on Hisense TV).
The partnership combines PodcastOne's top-tier creators with Dr. Phil's comprehensive national media presence and mass scale social reach (10M Facebook, 6.4M YouTube subscribers, 7.6M TikTok, 1.6M X -Twitter, and 1.4M Instagram followers), delivering a fully integrated podcast listening, viewing and advertising suite across TV, streaming and digital platforms. In addition to the universally known Dr. Phil, the network will create original daily audio and video content cross-leveraging the companies' combined talent rosters and programming including Adam Carolla, Brendan Schaub, Jordan Harbinger, The Dr. Gundry Show, "YOUR WELCOME" with Michael Malice, A+E's Cold Case Files, Chrisley Confessions, Unlocked with Savannah Chrisley and Varnamtown.
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Victoria Watcher posted topic Hanging baskets

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Marketing group to help develop public-support program for Victoria hanging basketsSince word spread that the annual budget for the program might be cut in half, people have been offering to contribute. https://www.timescolonist.com/local-news/marketing-group-to-help-develop-public-support-program-for-victoria-hanging-baskets-11616822 (https://www.timescolonist.com/local-news/marketing-group-to-help-develop-public-support-program-for-victoria-hanging-baskets-11616822)The annual budget of $260,000 for the program, which sees 1,200 flower baskets hung around the city, was cut in half during budget discussions last month. This is how simple-minded our politicians are.40 City Hall staffers retire this year. Simply find a way to not replace two or three of them and you have your $130,000.
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Victoria Watcher posted topic Cortes Island

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'More autonomy and control': SRD director petitioning municipal status for Cortes Island

The petition asks the "Province of BC to work with the Cortes Island community and First Nations to explore our local governance, which may lead to a referendum vote on whether we should incorporate."
"I'd like to see 200 signatures," he says.
He's at more than 100 signatures so far.
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Victoria Watcher posted topic New Mind - YouTube documentary channel

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I came across this channel and found the episoides quite interesting. Not too long, and mostly not too complex. Some that I watched about vehicles and their parts (spark plugs, brakes, evolution of gasoline etc.) had mostly information I knew, but other bits that I did not - and found quite interesting!

https://www.youtube.com/@NewMind/videos (https://www.youtube.com/@NewMind/videos)
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Victoria Watcher posted topic OK, Dope Comedy Club - Cook Street (North Park)

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While the OK, Dope owners have seen their comedy venues come and go, they are confident in their ability to successfully fill the room with laughter, as they've already had the practice of hustling for crowds.
"We're so lucky that we're able to have a testing ground at the Mint and add shows as the need became greater," said Foreman.
"Nash had the idea that rain or shine, we would be a place people could go on Friday and we never stopped. It's almost a reverse thing – we have the people – we just needed the infrastructure."
If a show doesn't bring in the numbers needed, then they lose money and it's up to them to figure out what to do differently. This is 'high-stakes environment' has led to their success, they say.
"With us, we want it to be the best show it possibly can be," said Park.
The two are funding the joint venture themselves, intentionally not relying on grants.

https://cheknews.ca/victorias-ok-dope-comedy-club-is-bringing-laughter-to-former-logans-pub-space-1294059/ (https://cheknews.ca/victorias-ok-dope-comedy-club-is-bringing-laughter-to-former-logans-pub-space-1294059/)
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Victoria Watcher posted topic Esquimalt OCP

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Esquimalt's long-awaited review of its official community plan (OCP) is finally on the table after two decades without a major update. A staff report recommended that council launch a full OCP review, depending on funding approval in the 2026 budget. During the Dec. 8 committee of the whole, the motion was passed with Coun. Duncan Cavens opposed. The move follows council's 2023-2026 priority to prepare a project scope in early 2026 and an October 2024 directive requesting an impact assessment.

Read more at: https://vicnews.com/2025/12/09/esquimalt-ready-for-long-overdue-official-community-plan-review/ (https://vicnews.com/2025/12/09/esquimalt-ready-for-long-overdue-official-community-plan-review/)
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Victoria Watcher posted topic Winter Solstice Celebration at the Observatory

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WINTER SOLSTICE CELEBRATION

Saturday, December 20, 2025
6:30 PM 10:00 PM
Dominion Astrophysical Observatory
5071 West Saanich Road Victoria, BC Canada (map)
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Victoria Watcher posted topic Forestry / logging industry

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'It's going to be devastating': Crofton mill closure threatens many more companies
Paul Beltgens is one of hundreds in the Cowichan Valley, left scrambling by Domtar's sudden announcement Tuesday that it is closing the massive Crofton mill.
The owner of independent sawmill Paulcan Enterprises in Chemainus, told CHEK News Thursday, that the forest industry depends on knowing what's coming down the pipe, so the fall out of this closure has shaken many companies.
"I've never seen it so tough. I've gone through the ups and downs of this industry many times. This is by far the most serious and could be the most serious that we've ever seen," said Beltgens, who has been in B.C.'s forest industry for 56 years.
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Mike P. posted topic $100,000 to private businesses

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While we're looking at nearly double digits tax increases, the city quietly handed out $100,000 to 3 businesses.

https://cheknews.ca/three-businesses-get-city-funding-to-bring-life-to-underutilized-spaces-in-victoria-1292817/ (https://cheknews.ca/three-businesses-get-city-funding-to-bring-life-to-underutilized-spaces-in-victoria-1292817/)

1205 Blanshard Street: This is the former home of Easyhome. At some point that building was meant to be demolished and replaced with an office building, and I heard the developer was cancelling/not renewing commercial leases. Couple years later it appears the redevelopment is stalled. Why are we, the taxpayer, funding private businesses and developers?
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Victoria Watcher posted topic Meant Well Books

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https://www.meantwellbooks.com/ (https://www.meantwellbooks.com/)




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IslandNotes posted topic 2026 Municipal Tax Increases Across Region

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Two petitions - one specifically in Sooke BC, the other a Provincial one.
Sooke Council Member Keven Pearson has signed, brave leadership there.

Sooke experienced large increases (2023: 6.99%, 2024: 10.53%, 2025: 15.29% 2026 headed in a similar direction - way up!). Here are the links:
Provincial Petition (Municipalities are being asked to manage growing responsibilities like housing pressures, infrastructure expansion, public safety and social challenges using a funding model that relies almost entirely on property tax)https://www.change.org/FairFundingModelBCCities (https://c.org/SqQCscs2Z9)Sooke Taxes Petition: (Stop Runaway Property Tax Increases in Sooke (https://www.change.org/p/stop-runaway-property-tax-increases-in-sooke)) https://c.org/SqQCscs2Z9 (https://c.org/SqQCscs2Z9)
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Victoria Watcher posted topic Toys!

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The creator of some of the most beloved toys and games, including Rock 'Em Sock 'Em Robots and Lite-Brite, has died, according to reports.
Burt Meyer's death was confirmed by his son on Oct. 30, according to The New York Times (https://www.nytimes.com/2025/11/21/arts/design/burton-meyer-dead.html?unlocked_article_code=1.3k8.FCu8.DF2ZOffBXSWe&smid=url-share). He was 99 years old.
Meyer was born in 1926 in Hinsdale, Illinois. Before graduating from the Institute of Design at the Illinois Institute of Technology in 1952 with a bachelor's degree in product design, he served in the Navy from 1944 to 1946.
https://www.ky3.com/2025/11/25/creator-rock-em-sock-em-robots-lite-brite-dies-99/ (https://www.ky3.com/2025/11/25/creator-rock-em-sock-em-robots-lite-brite-dies-99/)


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Citified.ca posted topic Penny Lane Property Management expanding to Victoria from mid-Island base

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Courtenay-based Penny Lane has expanded into the south Island real-estate/property and strata management market with a new office at Haultain Corners. There is quite a lot of demand for property management services in the Capital, as some firms are getting quite large and boutique firms sometimes struggling to scale. I suspect Penny Lane will do really well on the south Island, and they can help local developers doing work up-Island to manage their properties, something that I get asked about relatively frequently as developers expand north.

Mid-Island strata and property management firm Penny Lane opens Victoria office
https://victoria.citified.ca/news/mid-island-strata-and-property-management-firm-penny-lane-opens-victoria-office/ (https://victoria.citified.ca/news/mid-island-strata-and-property-management-firm-penny-lane-opens-victoria-office/)
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Victoria Watcher posted topic Lauren Southern

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Crazy stuff here:

https://youtu.be/SX4nCraO7Ys?si=G2zgvFPuoWRe1_C6 (https://youtu.be/SX4nCraO7Ys?si=G2zgvFPuoWRe1_C6)
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Victoria Watcher posted topic Mark Steyn

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Greetings from Provence, where my doctors are still trying to "stabilise" me. You'll be glad to hear that I remain profoundly unstable - possibly because, whenever I briefly emerge from the haze of medication, I find my in-box full of urgent requests to know what I make of what Mark Levin said about what Candace Owens said about what Ben Shapiro said about what Megyn Kelly said about what Josh Hammer said about what Tucker Carlson said to Nick Fuentes.

I haven't appeared on American TV or radio in over four years and, aside from random three-in-the-morning PBS reruns of BBC music specials I made forty years ago, doubt I ever will again. So I don't regard my correspondents' demands as a profitable use of my time.


https://www.steynonline.com/15709/winning-the-war-losing-your-country (https://www.steynonline.com/15709/winning-the-war-losing-your-country)


Sounds like he is still not well.




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Victoria Watcher posted topic James Bay to receive heritage designation?

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The City of Victoria is looking at designating James Bay as a heritage conservation area.

Council asked staff this week to explore the possibility and its implications for development, as part of an ongoing review of the city's heritage program.

The motion was proposed by Mayor Marianne Alto, who noted James Bay residents showed up in droves during public hearings for the recently adopted official community plan to say their neighbourhood had been asked to carry too much of the load of housing and new development.

Alto said James Bay is unique in the city as its first colonial neighbourhood, and is somewhat isolated, with few entry and exit points.

The area also feels the impact of thousands of visitors as home to the city's cruise-ship and Belleville Street terminals, hosts thousands during parades, races and protests, and has seen poorly planned urban sprawl in the form of towers built in the 1970s, the mayor said.
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Victoria Watcher posted topic Victoria Butterfly Gardens

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Mango the Flamingo celebrates 50th birthday at Victoria Butterfly Gardens with public party

Mango's 50th birthday is remarkable, considering the average lifespan for a wild flamingo is about 20 years shy of that.
"While these birds typically live up to 30 years in the wild, Mango has far surpassed that, making him one of, if not THE, oldest living flamingo in the world," said Butterfly Gardens in a release Wednesday.
[...]
Mango was first brought to Vancouver Island after he was seized by Canadian authorities who found him being smuggled from Cuba to Toronto.
He was eventually brought to Crystal Garden Tropical Conservatory (https://cheknews.ca/silent-centenary-100th-anniversary-of-crystal-garden-goes-unobserved-1263667/)in downtown Victoria, but when it closed in 2004, he and his bonded partner – Houdini, another male flamingo – were relocated to Victoria Butterfly Gardens in Central Saanich.

https://cheknews.ca/mango-the-flamingo-celebrates-50th-birthday-at-victoria-butterfly-gardens-with-public-party-1287746/ (https://cheknews.ca/mango-the-flamingo-celebrates-50th-birthday-at-victoria-butterfly-gardens-with-public-party-1287746/)

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Victoria Watcher posted topic Autumn Oak Bay Artists’ Studio Tour 2025

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The Oak Bay Artists' Studio Tour is an opportunity to view and purchase visual art by Oak Bay artists. Many of Oak Bay's established and emerging artists use their homes and studios as backdrops to display original watercolour, acrylic, and oil paintings, photography, woodcuts, as well as fibre, glass, and pottery creations.
The free tour is produced by Oak Bay Parks, Recreation, and Culture. The tour is self-guided and self-paced, with maps provided below. Autumn Oak Bay Artists' Studio Tour Monterey Recreation Centre1442 Monterey Avenue, Victoria, BCSaturday, November 15, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.Sunday, November 16, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Private Artists Home StudiosLocations vary, please view the printable studio tour map.Saturday, November 15, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.Sunday, November 16, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.Printable Studio Tour Map (https://www.oakbay.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ArtStudioTour_Autumn2025_Map-Final.pdf)
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Berwick founder's drive rooted in early experience as war evacuee, son says When he was 13 in 1940, Gordon Denford came home one day to find a suitcase packed for him.https://www.timescolonist.com/local-news/berwick-founders-drive-rooted-in-early-experience-as-war-evacuee-son-says-11378004 (https://www.timescolonist.com/local-news/berwick-founders-drive-rooted-in-early-experience-as-war-evacuee-son-says-11378004)
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Victoria Watcher posted topic Abkhazi Garden

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'A garden that love built': A Thanksgiving visit to Victoria's Abkhazi GardenBehind this unassuming urban gem lies a love story worthy of a movie




Going down Fairfield Road, one might notice a little black gate adorned with the name 'Abkhazi Garden.'

Nestled in the heart of Victoria's Gonzales neighbourhood, this small plot of land is home to one of the capital city's best-kept secrets.
With a few meandering gravel paths winding through the lush property, among glaciated rocks and Garry oaks, Abkhazi Garden offers an urban haven for locals and tourists seeking tranquility away from downtown's hustle and bustle.
Nearing its 80th anniversary, the site opened to all on Oct. 13 for Thanksgiving as the season turned to fall.

"The colours have started to change, it's absolutely beautiful, and we're having the final day of our art show and plant sale," said site manager Cherie Miltimore.


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Victoria Watcher posted topic Duplexes

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$1,335,000

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This is a strata but does not list any fees. Anyone know how that works?


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Victoria Watcher posted topic Bari Weiss and CBS

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Free Press co-founder Bari Weiss named editor in chief of CBS News
Paramount acquired the Free Press for $150 million and named its co-founder Bari Weiss as CBS News' first-ever editor in chief.
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Paramount has acquired the Free Press, a four-year-old digital news platform, and will make its controversial co-founder Bari Weiss editor in chief of CBS News, the company announced Monday.
The official announcement came after months of speculation on the deal and Weiss' high-profile role within the news division. Weiss, 41, will report to Paramount Chief Executive David Ellison, who personally courted the former New York Times journalist.
The union of the Free Press and CBS News will be one of the most closely watched lab experiments in the modern media era. Weiss has no experience in television or running an editorial operation on the scale of CBS News, which has more than 1,000 employees.
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max.bravo posted topic Victoria ranked Canada’s “Most Anxious” City according to search trends

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https://victoriabuzz.com/2025/10/victoria-ranked-most-anxious-city-in-canada-according-to-new-study/ (https://victoriabuzz.com/2025/10/victoria-ranked-most-anxious-city-in-canada-according-to-new-study/)



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Victoria ranked most anxious city in Canada according to new study

A new study has found that Victoria, known for its laid-back, seaside lifestyle, might not be as relaxed as many think.

In fact, the city has just been named the most anxious city in Canada.

The research, conducted by Compare the Market, looked at online search trends for anxiety-related terms in major Canadian cities.

It found that people in Victoria are searching for phrases like "work burnout" and "work stress" more than anyone else in the country.
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Interesting results. I wonder if this is more reflective of the 'woke victim' mentality that is so prevalent here, than anything like true work stress.
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Victoria Watcher posted topic Walking tours

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Walking tour of James BayOregon historian Eric Wheeler will guide guests through a free two-hour walking tour Saturday (September 27th) that highlights the heritage architecture of James Bay.

The tour explores 12 blocks of late 19th and early 20th century architecture. The tour runs 10 a.m. to noon, starting and finishing at the James Bay Inn Hotel and Suites (270 Government St.).

The tour is free, but donations to the Victoria Heritage Foundation are welcome.


https://www.timescolonist.com/entertainment/explore-south-island-powwow-esquimalt-lantern-festival-salty-sundays-and-more-11258702 (https://www.timescolonist.com/entertainment/explore-south-island-powwow-esquimalt-lantern-festival-salty-sundays-and-more-11258702)


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Victoria Watcher posted topic Esquimalt Lantern Festival

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Lantern festival lights up Esquimalt this weekendEsquimalt Lantern Festival, one of the most popular annual events in the township, runs for two days this week, with everything from music and lanterns to puppets and interactive art installations spread throughout Gorge Park & Pavilion.

The free all-ages event gets underway Thursday at 5:30 p.m. with a by-donation lantern making workshop, setting the stage for the next day's main event.

A pre-sunset gathering kicks off the Friday schedule at 5:30 p.m., with live music, face paint, food vendors, and giant puppets joining the Nikkei Cultural Society, which will demonstrate how attendees can add a Japanese symbol to their lanterns. That is followed by a musical performance at 6:45, leading along the water to the beach in a procession of lanterns and light.

The park is open at 7:30 p.m., and will feature activities that include an Enchanted Forest, Magical Gardens, and Mystical Beach. Local musician Brooke Maxwell will lead Happy Cat Karaoke Choir at 8 p.m., with the event winding down at 10 p.m.


https://www.timescolonist.com/entertainment/explore-south-island-powwow-esquimalt-lantern-festival-salty-sundays-and-more-11258702 (https://www.timescolonist.com/entertainment/explore-south-island-powwow-esquimalt-lantern-festival-salty-sundays-and-more-11258702)
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Victoria Watcher posted topic ArtSea Studio Tour

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....they may use amphetamines to stay awake and mobile to avoid being further targeted, which increases their risk of overdose from stimulants....
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Victoria Watcher posted topic St. Luke’s Players

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Written by Agatha Christie
Directed by Jacqollyne Keath

An unhappy game of romantic follow-the-leader explodes into murder one weekend at The Hollow, home of Sir Henry and Lady Lucy Angkatell. Dr. Cristow is at the centre of the trouble when his mistress Henrietta, ex-fiancee Veronica, and wife Gerda, simultaneously arrive at The Hollow. Also visiting are Edward, who is in love with Henrietta, and Midge, who loves Edward. All these love triangles get confusing and someone is murdered!

Evenings 7:30 • Oct 1–4 & 8–11
Matinees 2:00 • Oct 4, 5, 11, 12
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Victoria Watcher posted topic Get your $25 bread settlement

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Want a slice of the $500M bread price-fixing settlement? The claims process is now open Eligible Canadians can now apply for compensation from settlement with Loblaw
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/bread-fixing-website-1.7631445 (https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/bread-fixing-website-1.7631445)
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Victoria Watcher posted topic SHOP ON BROAD event - Saturday, September 13th

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SHOP ON BROADSaturday, September 13th11:00 AM - 5:00 PM https://www.thebaycentre.ca/events/shop-on-broad/ (https://www.thebaycentre.ca/events/shop-on-broad/)
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Victoria Watcher posted topic Glitch Bar and Games Room

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A former Vancouver staple could be making its way to downtown Victoria.

Glitch Bar and Games Room is seeking a new liquor primary licence for 759 Yates St., the former home of Yates Street Taphouse, which closed in May 2023.

The notice of application, posted on the door of the building, proposes a venue with a 275-person capacity and licensed hours from 9 a.m. to 2 a.m., daily.
The location has been empty for more than two years, leaving a prime downtown spot open for a new business.

Victoria city council is now inviting written feedback from property owners and occupants in the area, with comments being accepted until Sept. 29, 2025.


https://www.vicnews.com/local-news/victoria-nightlife-could-get-a-nostalgic-boost-with-glitch-bar-8240386 (https://www.vicnews.com/local-news/victoria-nightlife-could-get-a-nostalgic-boost-with-glitch-bar-8240386)
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Victoria Watcher posted topic Free little libraries

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The Greater Victoria Placemaking Network (GVPN) invites people from across the region to celebrate the charm of little free libraries (LFL) by sharing their favourite real-life stories about them.
The call for stories is part of the lead-up to the network's 1,000 Little Free Library Festival, a free community event happening Saturday, Sept. 20, from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Oaklands Community Centre (2827 Belmont Ave.).
Little free libraries are little book boxes that operate on the principle of "leave a book, take a book." LFLs come in all shapes and sizes and can be found throughout the region. While most share books, there is a growing number of LFLs that share plants, seeds, toys, yarn, household items, board games, puzzles, art supplies, art, food and more.
Since 2017, the GVPN has been running the Pocket Places Project, which maps, promotes, stocks and helps build LFLs across the Capital Regional District (CRD).
To date, the project has delivered more than 128,000 books to LFLs across the CRD, mapped out more than 1,000 LFLs and helped set up more than 135 LFLs.
"Whenever I talk to someone about little free libraries, they always have a story to share," said Teale Phelps Bondaroff, volunteer lead of the project, in a release.

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Citified.ca posted topic [Burnside Gorge] 3075 Douglas Street | Rentals, commercial | 23 storeys

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M'akola Development Services and TL Housing Solutions have proposed a 23-storey affordable rental tower for Indigenous families, individuals, and Elders.

Citified profile: https://victoria.citified.ca/rentals/3075-douglas-street/ (https://victoria.citified.ca/rentals/3075-douglas-street/)


23-storey Indigenous peoples affordable rental tower proposed opposite Mayfair mall
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Victoria Watcher posted topic BreakOut West and the Western Canadian Music Awards

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BreakOut West: The Event
What it is: An annual event hosted by the Western Canadian Music Alliance, featuring a music festival with performances by over 50 artists and a multi-venue music industry and artist development conference.

What it includes: A music festival, business development conference, and the Western Canadian Music Awards.
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VIc_General posted topic Looks like someone is taking the old Taphouse spot

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Saw this from a friend today.

According to their socials, they are another Vancouver transplant. Last I saw, the Yates St spot rent is upwards of 16k a month... Good luck, not too mention a staffing for a 275 person capacity :)


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Citified.ca posted topic [Downtown] 617 Broughton Street | Broughton Square Parkade | Rentals; retail

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Downtown Victoria's 367-stall Broughton Square Parkade pitched for redev into rental tower
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Victoria Watcher posted topic Let’s Talk program

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Spinnakers Expands Let's Talk Program – and

Let's Talk Health Society Pushes for More Public Conversation Spaces

Lower crime, boost health, fight loneliness—one conversation at a time.

Victoria, BC – August 22 – After a lively and successful summer run in July and August, Spinnakers is making its Let's Talk program a permanent feature. The original pilot, held on Tuesdays from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. throughout the summer, gave guests a simple and welcoming way to share a table and conversation with someone they had never met before.

Now, anyone can take part by picking up a Let's Talk card at the hostess desk. The hostess will seat you with the next person who has also opted in, ensuring your conversation partner is inviting and ready to connect.

"Times have changed and you can't just walk up to someone and say, 'Hey, do you want to be my friend?'" said Spinnakers owner, Paul Hadfield. "But this structure makes it natural and easy—because you know the other person is also there to welcome you. This is a great way for people to come and enjoy the pub and potentially meet a few new friends. After all, that is the essence of what a pub is all about."

Media Invitation: Join Us at Spinnakers

Members of the press are warmly invited to experience the program firsthand:

📍 Spinnakers Brewpub, Victoria
🗓 Tuesday, August 26
⏰ 12:00 noon

More Local Businesses Join the Movement

In addition to Spinnakers, Murchie's (7:30 a.m.–11 a.m.), Whistle Buoy Brewing Company, and Green Cuisine in Market Square, and Pagliacci's (11:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.) are now offering Let's Talk cards—making it even easier for people across downtown Victoria to connect with someone new over coffee, lunch, or a pint.

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Victoria Watcher posted topic Fox One

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FOX One launches: Users can stream live news, sports and entertainment anywhere

FOX One is now live with plans from $19.99/month with a 7-day free trial
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Victoria Watcher posted topic Sooke Fall Fair

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Sooke fair highlights area agricultureHundreds of exhibitors from the area will showcase their wares at the Sooke Fall Fair, held Saturday and Sunday at Fred Milne Park.

The popular event has been highlighting the agriculture roots of Sooke since 1913, and has expanded to include everything from a car show and scarecrow contest to pet parade and Lego-building contest.

No longer held at the Sooke Community Hall, the fair has moved to a new location with an expanded footprint this year, to accommodate a record number of participants and exhibitors, with everything from vegetables, fruit, flowers and baked goods to needlecraft, photography, and artwork among the offerings.

Fred Milne Park is located at 2249 Sooke River Rd. Admission is by donation. To contact organizers, email sookefallfairemail@gmail.com.


Details are available at sookefallfair.ca (http://www.sookefallfair.ca/?utm_source=times%20colonist&utm_campaign=times%20colonist%3A%20outbound&utm_medium=referral).

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Victoria Watcher posted topic Delis

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The Wooden Shoe Victoria is a family owned and operated small business.
The Wooden Shoe has been in Victoria since 1956 and in our current location in Quadra Village since the mid sixties.
With an excellent selection of new and well-established products, you will be amazed at what we have to offer. We carry over 75 different kinds of licorice and over 20 kinds of Dutch Cheese. We also have Dutch groceries, gifts and kitchenware. We are looking forward to seeing you in our store. Tot ziens!
-The van Zoolingen family
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Officially launched, Jaybay offers a collection of 16 signature homes : - 1 Exclusive Penthouse- 12 One, Two & Three-Bedroom Condos- 3 Garden-Level Townhomes with Private EntryFeaturing: - A stunning rooftop patio with incredible ocean and city views.- A dog-friendly environment with no size restrictions and a convenient dog wash station.- Steps to Dallas RdPre- sale Pricing Ranges: 1 Bed: $550,000 - $575,0002 Beds: $895,000 - $1,620,1803 Beds: $1,100,000 - $1,250,000 For more information on pricing and floor plans, please register online at liveatjaybay.ca (http://liveatjaybay.ca/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExSFY0c1k4MWdtMkpaM1E3eQEe8K_7gQk0cZN9jPyK8CUmARUGnFQgR7Bb-Wax8BooQYcKvxFBB-AoqDfjr8Q_aem_TeYHxOk7jEuhs75Mo3ziIg)
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Victoria Watcher posted topic Prager U

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Larry Elder shares the details about a long conversation he had with Dennis Prager today.

Dennis is recovering from a spinal injury that he incurred from a fall last November. Dennis Prager is one of the most respected and influential thinkers, writers, and speakers in America.

He is a nationally syndicated talk show host – heard across the country on nearly 400 affiliates, in addition to TuneIn.com, iHeartRadio.com, and the websites of his many radio stations. His show also has listeners around the world via the internet.



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Victoria Watcher posted topic Fish and Chips places

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VIDEO: Best of the City trawls Victoria in search of the best fish & chipsPair of reporters visits six Greater Victoria restaurants in search of the best battered bites https://www.vicnews.com/local-news/video-best-of-the-city-trawls-victoria-in-search-of-the-best-fish-chips-8128737 (https://www.vicnews.com/local-news/video-best-of-the-city-trawls-victoria-in-search-of-the-best-fish-chips-8128737) They declared Sindy's Fish O Chips the winner.








Fish O Chips - Sidney (10153 Resthaven Dr.)
The first spot did not disappoint. The service was great and fast, and the portion arguably had the biggest piece of fish in this review gauntlet.
Speaking of which, the fish was just the right thickness, was light, well-cooked, firm, and incredibly flaky.
The batter was perfectly crispy and golden brown, with beautiful crunchy bits. Although it lacked a bit of saltiness – after all, it's always better to be under-salted than over-salted – it made up for it in flavour and texture.The chips, according to Ben, were the closest to the "real" thing. Thicker than your original french fries, the outside was golden brown, and the inside was soft and fulsome. However, the chips at the bottom of the dish became a bit too soggy for our liking – perhaps because of the steam generated by the dish's heat.
This British classic was served with a good portion of coleslaw and a small portion of tartar sauce. Although the portion was on the small side, the tartar sauce was full-bodied, sweet, tangy and well balanced.
The price for this order was $22, which isn't cheap nor too expensive.
Overall, Fish O Chips starts off as a contender to be reckoned with.
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Victoria Watcher posted topic Megyn Kelly

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Hope Hicks, a former top aide to President Trump, is joining forces with Megyn Kelly (https://nypost.com/2020/09/10/megyn-kelly-gets-into-podcasting-with-devil-may-care-media/) to help the podcasting star grow her burgeoning media empire, The Post has learned.
Hicks, 36, on Monday will be named chief operating officer of Kelly's Devil May Care Media (https://nypost.com/2020/09/10/megyn-kelly-gets-into-podcasting-with-devil-may-care-media/), which includes "The Megyn Kelly Show," the morning news show "AM Update with Megyn Kelly," as well as the newly launched MK Media, a network of shows from journalists and creators.
"Hope Hicks is exactly the kind of woman I want running my company with me — strong, smart, strategic and the embodiment of class and poise," Kelly said in a statement obtained exclusively by The Post.


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Victoria Watcher posted topic The Book of Mormon lands in Victoria

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Tony Award winner The Book of Mormon lands in Victoria for eight performances

HE BOOK OF MORMON
Where: The Royal Theatre, 805 Broughton St.
When: July 28-Aug. 2
Tickets: $176.25-$189.25 from the Royal McPherson box office (250-386-6121) or rmts.bc.ca




Those are some kind of prices.
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Victoria Watcher posted topic New municipality: Errington and Coombs

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Boundary recommended for new Vancouver Island municipality
https://cheknews.ca/boundary-recommended-for-new-vancouver-island-municipality-1268583/ (https://cheknews.ca/boundary-recommended-for-new-vancouver-island-municipality-1268583/)
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